frightening (Meaning)

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frightening (n)

the act of inspiring with fear

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causing fear or dread or terror

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of Frighten

The abandoned house's eerie silence and crumbling exterior created a frightening atmosphere.
The sudden thunderclap and blinding lightning sent a frightening jolt through my body.
The clown's painted grin and maniacal laughter were incredibly frightening.
The film's graphic scenes of violence and gore were so frightening that I had to cover my eyes.
The doctor's bedside manner was surprisingly frightening, leaving me more terrified than before.
The mysterious figure lurking in the shadows cast a frightening spell upon the room.
The news of the impending hurricane had a frightening impact on the coastal communities.
The roar of the oncoming train was so deafening and frightening that it made my ears ring.
The menacing eyes of the snarling dog were the most frightening thing I had ever seen.
The possibility of failure filled me with such a frightening dread that I almost gave up.

the act of inspiring with fear, causing fear or dread or terrorof Frighten

terrifying, formidable, scary, intimidating, terrible, horrible, troubling, direful, dread, shocking

relaxing, comforting, soothing,reassuring, inviting, reassuring, comforting, calming, relaxing, tranquilizing

The abandoned house's eerie silence and crumbling exterior created a frightening atmosphere.

The sudden thunderclap and blinding lightning sent a frightening jolt through my body.

The clown's painted grin and maniacal laughter were incredibly frightening.

The film's graphic scenes of violence and gore were so frightening that I had to cover my eyes.